Finisher B

careers-cajunusa; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Finisher must have strong basic knowledge of pouring, leveling, forming, troweling, troweling machine for finishing, and concrete. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment.

Will be required to work in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting. Responsibilities include placing, finishing, protecting, and repairing concrete for projects, spreading and leveling concrete with

Qualifications

• Move through active construction sites and uneven terrain.
• Inspect work from ground level to elevated locations.
• Ascend/descend stairs, ladders, and scaffolding safely.
• Use hand and power tools and equipment.
• Lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Communicate with crew, supervisors, clients, subcontractors, vendors.
• Read and apply written instructions and safety standards.
• Work outdoors in heat, cold, and variable conditions.
• Work in confined spaces when required.
• Perform sedentary to heavy physical tasks as needed.

Responsibilities

• Place, finish, protect, and repair concrete for projects.
• Place and spread concrete using various tools and level/float the surface.
• Inspect completed work to ensure proper installation.
• Understand the purpose and proper technique for vibrating concrete.
• Assist other craft workers as needed.

Skills

Concrete finishing

Tool operation

Safety awareness

Communication

Reading plans

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Troweling machine

Vibrating equipment

Job description

More information about this job

The Finisher must have strong basic knowledge of pouring, leveling, forming, troweling, troweling machine for finishing, and concrete. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting.

*The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.

Responsibilities

• Place, finish, protect, and repair concrete for projects
• Place and spread concrete using various tools and level/float the surface
• Inspect completed work to ensure proper installation
• Understand the purpose and proper technique for vibrating concrete
• Assist other craft workers as needed

Qualifications

Physical

• Move throughout active construction and project site environments, including areas with uneven terrain, mud, gravel, sand, and other varying surface conditions.
• Position themselves to inspect work, access materials, equipment, structures, and work areas at ground level, overhead, and in restricted-access locations.
• Ascend and descend stairs, ladders, scaffolding, and other elevated work surfaces while maintaining safety requirements.
• Frequently handle, operate, and use hand tools, power tools, equipment, instruments, and materials associated with assigned job duties.
• Frequently move, transport, position, push, pull, lift, or carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance or mechanical devices where available.
• Frequently communicate and exchange information with crew members, supervisors, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and others in field and office settings.
• Understand information presented through written, electronic, verbal, visual, and environmental sources to support safe and effective job performance.
• Work in a variety of environments, including outdoor settings exposed to heat, cold, rain, humidity, wind, noise, dust, and other weather or site-related conditions.
• Work in confined spaces, restricted access areas, or elevated locations when required by project needs and in accordance with applicable safety requirements.
• Perform work activities ranging from sedentary to heavy physical exertion depending on project assignment and operational needs.

Mental

• Communicate and collaborate effectively with crew members, supervisors, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and others.
• Read, interpret, apply, and communicate work instructions, plans, specifications, company policies, safety requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Perform mathematical calculations and apply measurement, estimation, and problem solving skills necessary to complete assigned work.
• Maintain concentration, situational awareness, and attention to detail while working in environments with multiple activities, distractions, and changing priorities.
• Make timely decisions using sound judgment related to safety, quality, productivity, and project requirements.
• Observe, evaluate, retain, and apply information necessary to perform assigned duties safely and effectively.
• Adapt to changing work conditions, schedules, priorities, and operational demands.